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Wellesley students may select from more than 150 pre-approved programs of study. Select the "Pre-approved Programs" tab to see the full list. Programs featured in the side-bar may or may not be approved for Wellesley students. When in doubt, please contact the Office of International Study at ois@wellesley.edu.
Please note that some programs listed below are pre-approved by Wellesley. If you select one of these programs, you may need to petition the International Study Committee. For more information, please contact OIS.
Important Dates and Deadlines
All Wellesley students who intend to study abroad during the academic year (fall and/or spring) must declare a major and submit a Proposal to Study Away by December 1 each year. Please refer to the Office of International Study website (www.wellesley.edu/OIS/) for details.
"Extremely worthwhile. Every single day that I've been back, I wish I was still in London. It's so important to choose a location that will fit you. For me, London was exactly that. The culture, the city, the food, the architecture, everything about it was such a great fit for me."
Johanna A Wellesley College
"The program helped mold me to approach new situations with curiosity and an open mind, and helped me develop a toolkit for critically examining and comparing urban contexts globally."
A student Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I'd never been out of the US before and always wanted to go abroad. That alone makes the experience worthwhile. I gained a better understanding of not only English culture, which is useful to my major, but also a better understanding of Europe in general. "
A student Wellesley College
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. I had the opportunity to travel, meet other people from vastly different backgrounds, and experience living and studying in an equally different academic culture."
A student Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned that had I prepared more thoroughly, my first month or so would have probably been easier. But I also knew that I had a learning curve and though it took awhile, once the language clicked, it really felt like I had begun to truly internalize Arabic."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about Spanish and European culture, and even a little about Moroccan culture. I also learned some things about myself and about Wellesley. I have seen a society that is able to function without constant stress, I knew it existed, and I hope to emulate it, but I know it will be even more difficult for my Wellesl..."
A student Wellesley College
"Meeting people from around the world, independent living in a global city, exposure to local customs and traditions. Definitely worthwhile!"
Kathryn L Wellesley College
"I really enjoyed the academic program--I learned a lot and became more independent"
A student Wellesley College
"My host family will be lifetime friends of mine, I made new Wellesley and Smith friends, my Spanish improved immensely, and I got to spend four months in one of the most beautiful and ancient European cities. The program and university did have its flaws, but not enough to make me regret this experience in any way. I learned to ..."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a higher knowledge and appreciation for art history. It was a worthwhile experience because I studied the art and then go to see it in the museums. London has a lot to offer when it comes to arts."
A student Wellesley College
"A ton about the Maori Culture and Geology, also that no one works as hard or cares as much as Wellesley students. YES"
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a different perspective on politics and culture in the world by working an internship and taking classes with British tutors. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much, how to lead, how to sail, working in close quarters with different people and as a seamless team, as well as how to make decisions in unique situations. Also the science experience was really helpful in determining what I want to do after college "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to adapt to a new learning and cultural environment. "
A student Wellesley College
"It sounds very cliche, but I definitely gained independence from this study abroad trip. Going into it I was excited but also very worried that I would feel lonely, being many miles away from my family and really anyone that I knew. I learned that it wasn't as hard as I thought it was going to be to make friends and put myself o..."
Maura Sticco-Ivins Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the cultural differences between Spain and the United States. I think my study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile."
Mariana Hernandez Wellesley College
"I learned to be even more open-minded regarding other peoples' political/social views. I learned to embrace new experiences and to speak Spanish more fluently. I gained so many new friends from my experience abroad and learned so much about Spanish history, culture and family life. It was definitely a worthwhile experience."
A student Wellesley College
"My Chinese improved extremely fast. I know that I will certainly work in Shanghai sometime in the future."
A student Wellesley College
"- Cultural competency - Fluency - Independence"
A student Wellesley College
"I leaned about myself as a person what it is that I really enjoy and a stronger sense of independence. I wouldn't change my experience at all."
Liliana Mayorga Wellesley College
"Absolutely. I gained a sense of calm and confidence that I didn't have before. Traveling on my own gave me a sense of independence and that I can handle whatever life throws my way. Living with a host family gave me a new appreciation for work/life balance and a determination to maintain it I haven't had before. "
ez094 Wellesley College
"Completely! I learned how to be alone in a new country and figure things out for myself. I experienced a new "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I can survive as an adult in the real world. I travelled a lot and absolutely loved it. It was really great to learn about a new culture. "
A student Wellesley College
"I made some wonderful friends and connections as part of my year abroad at St. Peter's College. The educational system took some getting used to, but by the end of the year, I felt very comfortable with my schedule and levels of extracurricular involvement."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained valuable insight into other cultures, which was very worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
